Bluemotion Match suspension set up.

[Dub_master77]

Hi all,

I have a quick question which I would like to ask regarding the VW Golf Bluemotion.
I used to have an early VW Golf Bluemotion Match 1.9 105HP on a 58 plate.  I understand that one of the features of this was lowered suspension for aerodynamic reasons.  The car actually handled great going around corners.  (yes even with only 105hp)
Now the old car has gone and I have replaced the Bluemotion with another one.
This time I have opted for the 140HP TDi Bluemotion Tech Match.  I was expecting the power to be loads greater and it doesn't fail on this point but the suspension is crap at best.
It rolls like nothing else that I have ever driven and it slides like mad, even under medium cornering.  This car has 16's with wider profile tyres as opposed to the doughnuts that were on the old car's 15 inch alloys.

Can anyone shed any light on what the difference is between the two set ups or if not, at least what is different between my set up and that of the GT TDi mark 6 Golf.  If its as simple as a set of springs, I will get it done quick time but there is no way that I can live with the current set up.  I have only had the car for less than 1000 miles and its already getting to me big time.

Your help is appreciated.

[p3asa]

Are the transit blocks still on the suspension springs?!?

[Dub_master77]

Not really sure what that is.  Care to clarify ?
Is it some sticker with part numbers on it ?

[p3asa]

Its the blocks they put in the springs when transporting the Golf!!
They tend to make the golf look quite high and would make it roll like how you've described.

[Jimble]

+1 get on your hands and knees and have a look at your springs, they're usually bright orange bits of plastic, they're to stop the car boucing up and down while being transported.
I went for a test drive in a GTI before i got mine and they were still in, the ride was rock hard and it did move around more on the road than mine.

[dubber36]

If trying to source original sports suspension for my Passat is anything to go by, there are a multitude of spring, damper, bushing combinations. Each one different according to the model, spec and extras fitted to the car.

If you have got body roll, it won't be that the transit blocks are still in. I think the most simple solution would be a set of decent aftermarket springs. H&R or Eibachs with a 25mm or so drop ought to do the job and still work well with the original dampers.

[Dub_master77]

Good suggestions there and now it seems a little clearer.  Its hammering down with rain right now so its going to be a job for tomorrow.
I do hope that its got those blocks in so it could be a cheap fix.  If it doesn't have the blocks in, Eibach springs it is.
I will let you guys know what I find once I get under it

[Hartside]

What type of rubber is on the car vs your old one. It's not some hard, save the planet eco tyre that's causing your problem is it?

[Dub_master77]

Hi,
Its actually the other way around.  The one that we have now is not the eco tyre but the old one was. 
The car has over 1k on it now and it feels poor to drive.  Looks like it might have to be a set of spings on this to get it to ride a little better.  Does anyone know what parts differ between what i have and the GT spec version of the car ?
Thanks,

[dubber36]

Your best bet is to ask the parts department at the dealer, or TPS, to check the part numbers of springs and dampers for your car against the part numbers for a GT. You'll need a reg number for the GT, but you can get one off a used car site.